As in previous years, hundreds of government officials, civil society representatives, academics, the private sector and other interested observers will gather in Geneva to engage in an open and interactive dialogue on key trade and development issues.

At the heart of this year's event are the efforts to advance the global debate on the economic dimension of the post-2015 development agenda.

News

Developing countries face an uphill struggle against agreements proposed for the upcoming World Trade Organization (WTO) Ministerial Conference in Bali, experts told the 24-25 June UNCTAD Public Symposium.

During the session, speakers demonstrated how the current negotiations in the Doha Round of the World Trade Organization (WTO) remain tilted towards the interests of developed country corporations, rather than the inclusive and sustainable development aspirations of the majority of the world.

The panelists were invited to address questions on: what could be the main feature of a multilateral consensus on trade and investment; how relevant stakeholders could be brought together in addressing issues arising; and what the Bali Ministerial could deliver for a balanced world economy.